Knowing where to start with creating an employee handbook, or reviewing an existing one, can be incredibly daunting. This is because, beyond a few obvious things, what should be included is optional and largely down to your specific business and culture. From the formality level, style, and language to your people policies and who’s included, there are a lot of considerations and questions to ask.

An employee handbook can quickly become a sprawling document which overwhelms new joiners and is dusted off in times of trouble, but it could be something much more. It could generate engagement, guide leadership, provide clarity, keep people safe, and more. This course will help you to explore what’s possible.

By the end of the course, you’ll be able to:

• Articulate the value of creating an employee handbook and its purpose in your organization
• Map out a considered and context-driven structure, inspired by best practices and progressive ideas
• Apply approaches to set the handbook up for success, from creation to continued evolution

Why take this course?

This course is for the HR professional looking to create a living employee handbook which supports employees in their best and worst moments, protects the business, and is a valuable go-to for everyone. You’ll learn how to prepare an informed strategy and map out a handbook which delivers. And you’ll find out what’s critical to include for your business and avoid endless redrafts by making smart decisions early.

10 mins | SCORM | Takeaway Tasks